I have been a professional musician for 10 years, and have performed at numerous venues, for a wide variety of functions – including weddings. These are some of my favourite engagements!
I have lost count of the times people have remarked that they ‘wished they had had a professional musician,’ to perform at their wedding. Likewise, a professional live band, singer or instrumentalist at the ceremony or reception, completes your special day. This adds quality to your wedding as well as providing a memorable atmosphere for your guests – and yourself!
Singers and musicians can create a special atmosphere at your wedding, providing music that is to your taste, and to reflect your personality. As a soprano, I am often asked to sing Schubert’s ‘Ave Maria’, whilst the signing of the register is taking place. However, it is not to everyone’s taste – and not as appropriate for some civil weddings, but a singer could sing a favourite or particularly special song for the wedding couple – such as ‘My heart will go on’ or ‘I will always love you’ – I am sure you have your own special favourites! A singer or other musician can also be asked to perform when the bride arrives and leaves a church, or when the couple enter and leave a civil marriage. The possibilities are endless: and from your point of view, why not use the singer or musician if they are at the venue anyway!!
For the reception, the music you choose is entirely dependant upon the type of do you are ...
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